However, Mr Wilkinson says he is offering what he describes as "a serious alternative" for voters unhappy with either option. Mr Wilkinson said the aim is to create local political organisations that are accountable to members within their communities rather than national party structures. Mr Wilkinson is campaigning through a petition calling for MPs to exercise what he describes as greater independence when voting in Parliament. If approved by the Electoral Commission, Bury People would become one of the latest additions to the proposed network. A full list of the proposed parties includes organisations covering counties, cities, and metropolitan boroughs across the UK, with Bury among those earmarked for future registration.